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ancient region

[ˈeɪnʃənt ˈriːdʒən]
nounpl: ancient regions
região antiga
1. A geographical area that existed in historical times, particularly in antiquity, often referring to territories that no longer exist in their original form or have been incorporated into modern nations
Mesopotamia was an ancient region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
A Mesopotâmia era uma região antiga entre os rios Tigre e Eufrates.
2. A historic territory associated with a specific civilization, culture, or empire from ancient times
Anatolia is an ancient region that was home to many great civilizations.
A Anatólia é uma região antiga que foi lar de muitas civilizações notáveis.
Synonyms
historical regionclassical regionantique territoryregion of antiquity
Antonyms
modern regioncontemporary regioncurrent territory

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
região antiga
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
região antiga
Common in academic and historical contexts
Portugal
região antiga
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

in ancient times
from time immemorial
lost to history
relic of the past
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